Canadian Waterweed (Elodea canadensis)
Canadian Waterweed (Elodea canadensis) is a submerged aquatic perennial plant known for its rapid growth and use in aquariums and ponds.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light
Watering
Keep submerged
Soil
Grows rooted in substrate or free-floating in water.
Temperature
Moderate
Habitat
Aquatic
Fertilizer
Low need
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light
Tolerates partial shade.
Keep submerged
Requires constant submersion in freshwater.
Grows rooted in substrate or free-floating in water.
Moderate
15-24 °C
Aquatic
Low need
Nutrients from substrate or water are usually sufficient.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Environment
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None, but growth slows in winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear to lanceolate, whorled
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyHydrocharitaceae
- genusElodea
- speciesElodea canadensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No